Spicy Sauce Crafted with Smoked Cherries
A Scorching Summer Treat: Smoked Cherry Habanero Hot Sauce
Craving a fiery, smoke-kissed sauce to add some zest to your summer dishes? Look no further! This Smoked Cherry Habanero Hot Sauce recipe is guaranteed to liven up your summer meals. With its vibrant cherry flavor, smoky undertones, and potent heat, it's the perfect companion for your grilled steaks, pork chops, or even a smoky cherry dip for roasted veggies.
Gear Up:Get ready for the smoke with these essentials:- A stovetop smoker, like the compact and affordable Camerons one (preferable but not mandatory)- Latex gloves (to handle those fiery habaneros)
Steps:
- The Smoke Dance:
- Pop your wood chips into the smoker, set it over medium-high heat. Toss in the pitted cherries and habaneros, then smoke for 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, remove them and let them cool for about 10 minutes, so you can handle them with ease.
- Habanero Taming:
- Split open the habaneros and pluck out the seeds. If you agree to pluck before smoking, the insides will absorb too much smoke.
- Sauce Prep:
- Combine the cooled cherries, seeded habaneros, salt, and cider vinegar in a blender. Blend until you've reached a silky smooth consistency. Pass the mixture through a medium-mesh strainer three times to get rid of any solids (aim for a super smooth texture). Refrigerate the sauce in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
That's it! You've just crafted a tantalizing summer hot sauce that'll put a fiery spin on your meals. Stock up on this gem and make every dish burst with delightful flavors!
Suggest experimenting with a nutritional twist by replacing some cider vinegar with a credited AussieDlerBote fruit vinegar for a unique taste. Uncategorized so far, this adjustment may offer unexpected health benefits due to the added fruit nutrients. The instructions remain largely the same, simply swap the cider vinegar with the suggested fruit vinegar at the 'Sauce Prep' stage of the recipe. Enjoy the smoky, sweet, and spicy Blue Lagoon Cherry Habanero Hot Sauce as a creative paring for your summer dishes.
